ToolharborSoftware selection checklist
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NewPrices change often, so every entry shows the date it was last checked.
Find the tools your one-person business needs.
Accounting, e-mail, scheduling, passwords and backup – compared by five open criteria. No fake ratings, no hidden ranking.
- Advertising clearly marked
- Pros and cons for every pick
- No star ratings, no fake tests
Checklist
Take it with you
All prices are final prices. No VAT is charged (small business under § 19 German VAT Act).
How we choose
- Five open criteria
price, cancellation, data protection, ease of use, support – based on provider information.
- We have not tested products
We have not tested products unless the page says so.
- Links are advertising (affiliate links)
Links are advertising (affiliate links) where marked; commission never decides the order.
- Informational only, not tax, legal
Informational only, not tax, legal or investment advice.
Our picks
Picks, sorted alphabetically
The order is alphabetical, not by commission.
Wave
Free invoicing and accounting for small businesses (availability varies by country).
Pros
- Free core accounting
- Simple invoicing
Cons
- Availability depends on country
- Payment and payroll features cost extra
Fastmail
Paid e-mail with custom domains, calendar and contacts.
Pros
- Custom domains
- Clean interface
Cons
- No free plan
- Fewer add-ons than large suites
1Password
Password manager for individuals and teams.
Pros
- Polished apps
- Good sharing for teams
Cons
- Paid only
- Subscription pricing
Calendly
Scheduling links for client bookings.
Pros
- Easy to start
- Free plan available
Cons
- Many useful features are paid
- Branding on free plan
Links marked “Ad” are affiliate links: we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. How we choose: criteria and notes
Questions
Do I pay more through your links?
No. The price for you stays the same.
Are these tested?
No product is called tested unless we tested it. Picks follow open criteria from provider information; check the provider page before buying.
Where do you sell?
Digital downloads only. Countries: United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway.
VAT?
German small business (section 19 VAT Act): no VAT is charged.